Australia vs. Lions: Decisive Second Test in Melbourne, Follow the Action!

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Everything is ready for an electrifying encounter in Melbourne.

The Wallabies play for the series in 80 crucial minutes, while the British and Irish Lions seek to secure their consecutive victory in Australia with a win at the MCG.

Nearly 100,000 fans are expected to fill the iconic stadium to witness this clash of titans.

Both teams have made changes following the Lions’ 27-19 victory in Brisbane last week.

Joe Schmidt has called up Rob Valetini and Will Skelton, who have recovered from injuries and will bring the necessary physicality to the Wallabies pack. Dave Porecki replaces Matt Faessler in the front row.

The backs line remains intact, with Schmidt trusting Jack Gordon as the scrum-half, despite requests to promote Tate McDermott to the starting team.

Andy Farrell has also made slight adjustments to his forwards. Ellis Genge moves to the bench, with Andrew Porter coming in to complete an all-Irish front row.

Ollie Chessum comes into the second row alongside his English teammate Maro Itoje, replacing Joe McCarthy.

There is only one change in the backs line, with Bundee Aki replacing the injured center Sione Tuipulotu.

Meanwhile, Owen Farrell is ready to make another appearance from the bench with the Lions.

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